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2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Recalls

8 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

8

NHTSA campaigns

7

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Nov 30, 2020

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is above the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport average of 5.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Parking Brake, appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 20V741000

Parking Brake

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Reported Nov 30, 2020

What is recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The rust prevention coating on the rear brake operating shafts could have been peeled off during the assembly process. As a result, water entering the rear brake caliper boot may cause the parking brake operating shafts to corrode and possibly bind.

Safety consequence

If the parking brake operating shafts bind, the parking brakes may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brakes do not engage properly, the vehicle could rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 4, 2021. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-005.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V279000

Structure › Frame And Members

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Reported May 18, 2020

What is recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2008-2010 Lancer, 2009-2010 Lancer Sportback, 2008-2013 Outlander, and 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles originally sold in, or ever registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. The front lower control arms may detach due to the front cross member corroding from salt water exposure such as from road salt use.

Safety consequence

A detached front control arm can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front cross members. Depending on the level of existing corrosion, either a sealing/anti-corrosion agent will be applied or the front cross member will be replaced with a new one. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-20-003.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 18V103000

Visibility › Windshield Wiper / Washer › Linkages

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Reported Feb 9, 2018

What is recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter between the hood and windshield and cause the front wiper link ball joint to corrode, possibly resulting in the wiper link separating and the wipers becoming inoperative.

Safety consequence

Loss of wiper function can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rod of the wiper link and the wiper motor crank arm, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 10, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-004.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 18V070000

Parking Brake

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Reported Jan 26, 2018

What is recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Outlander and 2013-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles. Water may enter the rear brake calipers causing the parking brake actuator shafts to corrode and possibly bind.

Safety consequence

If the parking brake actuator shaft binds, the parking brake may not engage or disengage fully. If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may move unexpectedly if it is parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake calipers and replace the parking brake boot and lever or the brake caliper body, as necessary. Dealers will also replace the piston assembly of the rear brake caliper. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2018. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-18-002.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 17V609000

Electrical System › Starter Assembly › Relay

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Reported Sep 29, 2017

What is recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Outlander, 2015-2016 Lancer and Outlander Sport, and 2015 Lancer Evolution vehicles. These vehicles may have defective relays that can result in an engine stall, reduced engine power or the engine overheating.

Safety consequence

If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected relays, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-005.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 17V233000

Latches / Locks / Linkages › Doors › Latch

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Reported Apr 6, 2017

What is recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2016 Outlander and Outlander Sport vehicles. The inside door latch mechanisms may not latch securely in high temperatures, allowing the doors to open while vehicle is in motion.

Safety consequence

If a door opens while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-002.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V867000

Structure › Body › Hatchback / Liftgate › Hinge And Attachments

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Reported Dec 2, 2016

What is recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured August 26, 2010, to June 1, 2012, and 2016 Outlander Sport vehicles manufactured January 11, 2016, to July 8, 2016. The lift gate support outer tube on the affected vehicles may have insufficient anti-corrosion treatment that can allow the outer tube to corrode due to salt and water penetration.

Safety consequence

If the outer tube corrodes, there may be a rapid loss of the gas used to provide lift assistance, causing the lift gate to fall suddenly, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lift gate supports, free of charge. The recall began on January 20, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-011.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V563000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

Reported Jul 28, 2016

What is recalled

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Outlander Sport vehicles and 2016 Outlander and Lancer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a constant velocity transmission (CVT) that, in certain driving conditions, may cause a delay in the vehicle accelerating.

Safety consequence

A hesitation during acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

MMNA has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the CVT control unit with modified software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-006.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport have?

This verified dataset contains 8 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology